House Sitting in Cottage City
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“Our dogs can be shy around people. They were immediately relaxed around Stephanie at the meet and greet. She was communicative leading up to the stay and sent us daily photos. We felt comfortable leaving our dogs with her and would use her again.”
“Thank you so much Diego for taking care of the girls. Without your help, I would not have been able to take the very important trip. Gertie and Gretchen will definitely miss having you here with them!”
“Alayza is a dog whisperer! She’s amazing, kind and patient. My dog has big stranger danger and fear aggression when meeting someone new and it seems he warmed up to her pretty quickly. By the second day he was cuddling with her and letting her pet him! I highly recommend Alayza!”
“Mark was amazing with our dog, going above and beyond with him when we were out of town. We have a high energy dog and mark took him on several long walks. He was really great about sending photos too! And he took great care of our cat , checking on her multiple times . We look forward to working with him again soon!”
“Dahlya did an amazing job watching my kitty and my house! She sent pictures throughout my trip and was just amazing. I’m so grateful I found her and will absolutely be using her again! 10/10!!”
“Mark did a great job with taking care of my high-energy dog, Atlas! He took him on long walks and hikes to help burn his energy. He clearly loves what he does, and I would trust him to take care of Atlas again!”
About: Hi! I'm a reliable, friendly, and trustworthy pet sitter who works remotely and offers dedicated, live-in pet care in your home. As a self-publishing author, I’m a natural homebody and love spending time at home, writing while cuddling with pets—perfect for keeping your pet(s) company while you’re away. I treat pets like family, following your instructions closely to feed, walk, groom, play, and administer medication as needed. I’m experienced with both young and senior pets and know they’re happiest in the comfort of their own home. I also have experience with dogs with reactivity issues and separation anxiety issues. I'm happy to follow your pet's routine exactly as outlined in your instructions—ensuring they get all the care, cuddles, and walks they need to feel loved and secure! Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are my top priorities. I believe in full transparency and open communication, so you can always feel confident and informed. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!
“Aliyah stayed at our house to take care of our dog and cat while we were on vacation. She was great -- responsive and reliable. Our dog and cat were very happy when we got home. I highly recommend her.”
“Karina did a great job caring for my dog and cat while I was away. She was very communicative and provided me with updates during my trip. I could tell my pets were really comfortable with her!”
“Will has been so flexible and great whenever I run into issues with traveling. With his help, I’m able to figure out any snags I run into with flights and not have to worry about if my dog will be taken care of. Thank you so much, Will! I really appreciate it.”
“Gabrielle made me feel so comfortable leaving my puppy alone for the first time over a long weekend! She sent frequent pictures and updates and was so sweet with him. I definitely recommend Gabrielle!”
“Emily stayed at our house for Christmas with our two cats. Words cannot explain how grateful we were to have our animals in her care. She had great communication with us and our animals adored her. If I could give her more stars I would! I highly recommend her.”
“Danielle was awesome. She was punctual, asked excellent questions and took very good care of our Noodles. Unfortunately, there was an issue with our apartment during the stay. Danielle managed this situation professionally and as calm as possible. We are very glad she came through for us when our original Rover sitter had to cancel at the last minute. 5 stars!”
About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my genuine love and compassion for dogs. I provide basic care with a personal touch, including: - Baths to keep them clean and fresh - Regular walks for exercise and exploration - Plenty of love, attention, and playtime - Reading sessions to calm and engage their minds While I may not have specialized training, my kindness, patience, and dedication to providing a nurturing environment make me an ideal sitter for dogs who thrive on attention and affection. I'm delighted to offer my undivided attention to your furry friends! With my flexible schedule, I'm available full-time to provide the love, care, and devotion your beloved pups deserve. As a loving dog sitter, I provide top-notch care for furry friends in my own home. Here's a glimpse into my care routine: In My Home: - A warm, welcoming, and safe environment tailored to each dog's needs - Comfortable bedding and cozy spaces for relaxation - Nutritious meals and fresh water, with feeding schedules tailored to each dog's requirements - Regular walks, playtime, and socialization to keep them happy and engaged - Regular cleaning and disinfecting to maintain a hygienic environment - Plenty of love, attention, and affection to make them feel at home If I were to provide in-home care for clients, I would: - Follow the client's specific instructions and routines for their pet's care - Provide regular updates and photos to keep clients informed and connected - Maintain a clean and organized environment, respecting the client's home and belongings - Ensure the pet's safety and well-being, with a focus on their individual needs and preferences Please note that I do not administer medication, so clients would need to make arrangements for medication administration if necessary.
“Shamiso was a great house and pet sitter. She is very responsive and we felt comfortable leaving everything in her care. She sends lots of picture updates and left our home just as it was before we went on our trip. Would definitely recommend and would not hesitate to have her stay again.”
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Stephanie S.Star Sitter
“Our dogs can be shy around people. They were immediately relaxed around Stephanie at the meet and greet. She was communicative leading up to the stay and sent us daily photos. We felt comfortable leaving our dogs with her and would use her again.”
Diego Fernando R.Star Sitter
“Thank you so much Diego for taking care of the girls. Without your help, I would not have been able to take the very important trip. Gertie and Gretchen will definitely miss having you here with them!”
Alayza M.Star Sitter
“Alayza is a dog whisperer! She’s amazing, kind and patient. My dog has big stranger danger and fear aggression when meeting someone new and it seems he warmed up to her pretty quickly. By the second day he was cuddling with her and letting her pet him! I highly recommend Alayza!”
Mark R.
“Mark was amazing with our dog, going above and beyond with him when we were out of town. We have a high energy dog and mark took him on several long walks. He was really great about sending photos too! And he took great care of our cat , checking on her multiple times . We look forward to working with him again soon!”
Dahlya P.
“Dahlya did an amazing job watching my kitty and my house! She sent pictures throughout my trip and was just amazing. I’m so grateful I found her and will absolutely be using her again! 10/10!!”
Stephanie A.Star Sitter
“Stephanie is phenomenal. I know my pup - and our house! - is in great hands with Stephanie. We’re a repeat customer and will be back again for sure.”
Mark N.
“Mark did a great job with taking care of my high-energy dog, Atlas! He took him on long walks and hikes to help burn his energy. He clearly loves what he does, and I would trust him to take care of Atlas again!”
Rakia P.
“Rakia did a great job taking care of my two dogs during the coldest days of 2025! She kept me updated on how things were going and left the house in great shape.”
Sarah K.
“Sarah is a wonderful housesitter. Takes great care of my Aussie and home. Excellent communications, great attitude and punctual. Highly recommend!!”
Lilly-Christina S.
“She’s wonderful and responsive. She took such good care of my dogs, was timely, and very caring. I can tell how much my dogs enjoy her company.”
Dwayne D.
“Dwayne took good care of my 50 pound pittie. He was not phased by his various quirks and kept in touch with me while I was away. When he wasn't sure about the meaning of a minor behavior change, he checked in with me to make sure it was nothing to be concerned about. When I returned, my home was at least as clean and tidy as it was when I left. I will happily hire Dwayne again.”
Aliyah M.Star Sitter
“Aliyah stayed at our house to take care of our dog and cat while we were on vacation. She was great -- responsive and reliable. Our dog and cat were very happy when we got home. I highly recommend her.”
Karina C.
“Karina did a great job caring for my dog and cat while I was away. She was very communicative and provided me with updates during my trip. I could tell my pets were really comfortable with her!”
Almita B.
“Almita was great. She agreed to sit for our pup on short notice and listened to all of our instructions. We came home to a happy pup and she treated our house well. Thanks!”
William B.Star Sitter
“Will has been so flexible and great whenever I run into issues with traveling. With his help, I’m able to figure out any snags I run into with flights and not have to worry about if my dog will be taken care of. Thank you so much, Will! I really appreciate it.”
Gabrielle H.Star Sitter
“Gabrielle made me feel so comfortable leaving my puppy alone for the first time over a long weekend! She sent frequent pictures and updates and was so sweet with him. I definitely recommend Gabrielle!”
Emily S.Star Sitter
“Emily stayed at our house for Christmas with our two cats. Words cannot explain how grateful we were to have our animals in her care. She had great communication with us and our animals adored her. If I could give her more stars I would! I highly recommend her.”
Danielle B.Star Sitter
“Danielle was awesome. She was punctual, asked excellent questions and took very good care of our Noodles. Unfortunately, there was an issue with our apartment during the stay. Danielle managed this situation professionally and as calm as possible. We are very glad she came through for us when our original Rover sitter had to cancel at the last minute. 5 stars!”
Danielle S.
About: What sets me apart from other sitters is my genuine love and compassion for dogs. I provide basic care with a personal touch, including: - Baths to keep them clean and fresh - Regular walks for exercise and exploration - Plenty of love, attention, and playtime - Reading sessions to calm and engage their minds While I may not have specialized training, my kindness, patience, and dedication to providing a nurturing environment make me an ideal sitter for dogs who thrive on attention and affection. I'm delighted to offer my undivided attention to your furry friends! With my flexible schedule, I'm available full-time to provide the love, care, and devotion your beloved pups deserve. As a loving dog sitter, I provide top-notch care for furry friends in my own home. Here's a glimpse into my care routine: In My Home: - A warm, welcoming, and safe environment tailored to each dog's needs - Comfortable bedding and cozy spaces for relaxation - Nutritious meals and fresh water, with feeding schedules tailored to each dog's requirements - Regular walks, playtime, and socialization to keep them happy and engaged - Regular cleaning and disinfecting to maintain a hygienic environment - Plenty of love, attention, and affection to make them feel at home If I were to provide in-home care for clients, I would: - Follow the client's specific instructions and routines for their pet's care - Provide regular updates and photos to keep clients informed and connected - Maintain a clean and organized environment, respecting the client's home and belongings - Ensure the pet's safety and well-being, with a focus on their individual needs and preferences Please note that I do not administer medication, so clients would need to make arrangements for medication administration if necessary.
Shamiso M.Star Sitter
“Shamiso was a great house and pet sitter. She is very responsive and we felt comfortable leaving everything in her care. She sends lots of picture updates and left our home just as it was before we went on our trip. Would definitely recommend and would not hesitate to have her stay again.”
Cottage City pet parents share their Rover experiences
Kelsi was an awesome sitter! Very friendly, communicative, and most importantly - was an amazing caretaker for my pup when I was out of town. She asked questions if needed and kept me updated throughout the duration of the stay. She definitely has a love for animals and would absolutely have her watch my pup again!
Andre is an expert in caring for dogs and I would absolutely recommend him! He took exceptional care of Ty including walks, play time, and helping with separation anxiety. Andre provided regular updates (photos and videos) without me even asking. He's also very personable and 100% reliable. Many thanks, Andre!
Jon was amazing! He stepped up last minute for an unexpected trip and took such great care of my pup, Boomer—like he was his own. He kept me updated with frequent messages and photos, and I felt totally at ease the whole time. Came home to a happy pup and a tidy house. Such a pleasure to work with, and I’d definitely book with him again. Thanks so much, Jon!
Grateful for the care of our furry handful—he really can be a handful due to his dog aggression—and the excellent communication that Dwayne provided. I felt comfortable and confident leaving Pongo in Dwayne's care, which has not always been the case with other sitters. When we returned home, Pongo looked fat and happy. (He always looks fat.) And our house looked great.
Juliette is a fantastic human and a wonderful dogsitter. She watched our 2 pitties while we were away for the weekend and every couple of hours we would receive a photo with one (or both) of them invading her personal space with snuggles (the right amount of snuggle is always more snuggle). She was great about dealing with one of my dog’s separation anxiety and was diligent about only leaving for a few hours at a time, and the other one is on antibiotics for an infection and she dutifully disguised his pill in peanut butter to make sure he took it twice a day. 10/10 recommend and will certainly rebook.
Sali stayed in my home for 5 days with my pup. She was perfect! She sent pictures every day, took my pup out for lots of walks, and left everything in great shape. I already a future dog walking booked with her for this weekend and hope to have her watch Thor again in the future!
Grace was absolutely wonderful with our cat and dog! She kept in touch regularly and sent us sweet photos throughout her stay, which gave us so much peace of mind. When my flight was canceled the day she arrived and I unexpectedly had to come back home for the night, Grace was incredibly understanding and flexible; she even drove back to DC and returned the next day without missing a beat. We also came home from our trip to a spotless house, which is such a relief when returning from travel. We’d hire her again in a heartbeat!
Martin was WONDERFUL with caring for our dog and cats while we were out of town. Our dog is not the easiest to walk and also suffers from severe anxiety during thunderstorms. Martin handled both, the walks and multiple thunderstorms, with great skill and compassion while we were out of town. He updated us regularly and put us at ease when our sweet pup was panicking during thunderstorms. He handled everything in our household with care and compassion and treated our fur babies with love as if they were his own. It's evident that our pets very much enjoyed his company while staying here too! Thank you SO much Martin! You're the best! J & B
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Cottage City is $50
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Sitters in Cottage City average 4 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
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House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Cottage City on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $50 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 9,346 house sitters in Cottage City. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 85% of Cottage City house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Cottage City have an average of 13 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Cottage City.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Cottage City house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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